AirStrip Technologies, L.P. Announces National Sales and Marketing Partnership with Progressive Medical Inc.

SAN ANTONIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--AirStrip Technologies, L.P., a pioneer in medical software applications for handheld devices, today announced a comprehensive sales and marketing agreement with Progressive Medical Inc. (PMI) that will make the innovative AirStrip OB™ medical application one of PMI’s core products.

The St. Louis-based PMI is a national specialty medical distributor that focuses on women’s health (OB/Gyn) and general surgery products. PMI, which has been in business since 1986, boasts 70 clinically-prepared sales and marketing team members.

“AirStrip OB is currently available in more than 40 hospitals and hospital chains, and we are confident our partnership with PMI will generate an array of expansion opportunities,” said Dr. Cameron Powell, the President and CMO of AirStrip Technologies. “Our agreement with PMI allows us to tap into their expertise and use their skilled sales and marketing force to drive unprecedented marketplace growth for AirStrip OB.”

AirStrip OB, which is now available for use on PDAs and Smartphones, allows obstetricians to remotely access virtual real-time and historical waveform data for both the mother and baby directly from the hospital’s labor and delivery unit utilizing only a cell phone connection.

The FDA-cleared AirStrip OB solution is the only product of its kind available in the United States, allowing secure access to vital medical data, ensuring the physician can keep a close eye on patients’ progress from virtually anywhere.

PMI President, Mark Martin MSN, MBA said AirStrip OB improves the quality of patient care and makes clinical providers more efficient and better informed to make potentially life-saving decisions for their patients.

“AirStrip Technologies is generating tremendous excitement in the marketplace, and their innovative software fits perfectly with the philosophy of Progressive Medical’s management team,” Martin said. “We are devoted to bringing products to market that improve patient outcomes, and increase quality of care for both the patient and the clinical provider. That’s why we’re proud to be associated with the AirStrip Technologies team. AirStrip OB is a great example of how AirStrip Technologies strives to improve patient safety through their products.”

While AirStrip OB currently uses Microsoft’s Windows Mobile platform, AirStrip Technologies is preparing to launch an AirStrip OB application for the iPhone 3G and Blackberry. The software for these additional devices is slated for availability in the fourth quarter of 2008. AirStrip Technologies is also working on software solutions for other devices, with more announcements anticipated by the end of 2008.

About AirStrip Technologies, L.P.

Headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, AirStrip Technologies is a pioneer in mobile medical software applications designed to work across any platform. AirStrip Technologies engages, consults and employs leading technology and medical experts to ensure their products are the best in the industry. The core technology team is committed to bringing best-of-breed products to the market that enhance the ability of physicians and healthcare professionals to perform their work on a daily basis with the added assurances that their patients are being provided the best care available. Visit www.airstriptech.com for more information.

About Progressive Medical Inc.

Headquarted in St. Louis, Missouri, Progressive Medical Inc. is a leading distributor of specialty medical products throughout the United States. PMI’s focus on innovative products helps doctors and clinicians to practice the highest quality care and increase safety, while also controlling overall costs. PMI also understands the need for quick and reliable delivery of products, for clinically trained people who can answer questions and provide hands-on training, and for responsiveness to your overall business needs. Progressive brings it all together: Innovative Products for the practice of medicine, and an Uncommon Attention to your needs as a healthcare provider. Visit www.progressivemedinc.com for more information.